Head Bartender - Signature Bar

Location: Westminster Abbey

Waldorf Astoria London
- Admiralty Arch is seeking a Head Bartender
- Signature Bar to join the pre-opening team for this highlyanticipatednew luxury hotel opening later this year.
T  his is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hospitality leader to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel.
Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London  Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500sqftof private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants
-Coreusby Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the worlds most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa,state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hiltons flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the worlds most sought-after destinations.
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A World of Rewards
Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on duty
Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stage
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industry-leading Corporate Responsibility initiatives
Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage
High street savings through Perks at Work
28 days holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service
We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes.
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
As Head Bartender  Signature Bar, you will orchestrate a refined, personalised bar experience, engaging guests with assured confidence, cultivated expertise, and impeccable discretion. You will craft and present exceptional wines, spirits, and bespoke cocktails, upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, and brand distinction synonymous with an ultra  -  luxury environment.
In this leadership role, you will anticipate guest preferences, demonstrate authoritative product and pairing knowledge, and embody the art of sophisticated hospitality in every interactiondelivering seamless, polished service that is both intuitive and memorable.
Delivering attentive, seamless service by accurately receiving and fulfilling guest orders with precision and poise
Expertly preparing and presenting a curated selection of beverages, including classic and signature cocktails, premium spirits, fine wines, beers, and refined non   -   alcoholic offerings
Taking food orders and supporting the restaurant floor team to ensure a cohesive, fluid, and elevated service journey
Maintaining expert knowledge of menus, seasonal offerings, and special promotions to confidently guide and inspire guest choices
Ensuring the bar and surrounding service areas are immaculately maintained, meticulously organised, and consistently guest   -   ready
Managing guest transactions with discretion, accuracy, and efficiency
Responding to guest enquiries and feedback with professionalism, warmth, and a solution   -   oriented mindset

What are we looking for?
A Head Bartender  Signature Bar representing a Hilton luxury brand sets the benchmark for service excellence, leadership presence, and uncompromising attention to detail. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
Previous experience in a high   -   end cocktail bar, fine   -   dining restaurant, or luxury hospitality environment
Proven expertise in crafting classic cocktails with precision, consistency, and finesse
Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
Impeccable personal presentation paired with polished communication and guest engagement skills
The agility to perform calmly and confidently in a fast   -   paced, guest   -   focused luxury setting
A genuine passion for delivering personalised, memorable, and elevated guest experiences
Previous experience within a luxury or ultra   -   luxury, service   -   led environment is highly desirable
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of  Hospitality . Acting with  Integrity  and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through  Leadership . A belief that  Teamwork  drives the best outcomes. A sense of  Ownership  and accountability. And a focus on the  Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.